RICHMOND, Va. (AP)  Officials in Virginia have announced a reward for information in connection with the vandalism of the Robert E. Lee Monument last weekend.

The Division of Capitol Police announced Tuesday a $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.

Virginia Capitol Police believe a pressurized spraying device was used to spread a red paint-like substance on the west and southwest sides of the monument”s pedestal. The Department of General Services, which is offering the reward, hired a cleaner to remove the substance on Saturday.